Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsLG Display Co Ltd (LPL)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$33.98
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $75.49B
LPL
LG Display Co Ltd
$4.12
+0.98%
TECHNOLOGY · Cap: $4.58B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LG Display Co Ltd generates 156020% more annual revenue ($26.44T vs $16.94B). KMI leads profitability with a 18.0% profit margin vs -1.3%. KMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.86. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
LPL
Hold38
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.0%
Fair Value
$64.12
Current Price
$33.98
$30.14 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LPL.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.3% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2T in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
2.0% revenue growth
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -2.3% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 76.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : LPL
The strongest argument for LPL centers on Price/Book, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : LPL
The primary concerns for LPL are Revenue Growth, PEG Ratio, Return on Equity.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature stock while LPL is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
LPL carries more volatility with a beta of 1.16 — expect wider price swings.
KMI is growing revenue faster at 13.1% — sustainability is the question.
LPL generates stronger free cash flow (1.2T), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 38/100), backed by strong 18.0% margins and 13.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
LG Display Co Ltd
TECHNOLOGY · CONSUMER ELECTRONICS · USA
LG Display Co., Ltd. is dedicated to the design, manufacture and sale of thin film transistor liquid crystal displays (TFT-LCD) and display panels based on organic light emitting diode (OLED) technology. The company is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea.
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